Meredith Kopit Levien, president and CEO of The New York Times Company, joins the Dean's Speaker Series podcast to share her career journey in the media industry, navigating the shift from print to digital news, and how AI is impacting the way users access information & how the company is evolving to meet new paradigms.

Kopit Levien has previously served in a variety of roles at The Times, including head of advertising and chief operating officer. She leads the company's global operations and business strategy across all verticals of the company, driving digital transformation and subscriber growth while championing the value of its high-quality, independent journalism.

The event was hosted by UC Berkeley Haas Dean Jenny Chatman at the Haas School on April 16, 2026. Kopit Levien was interviewed by MBA students Venkata Gadde and Ima Essien.

Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, joins the Dean's Speaker Series podcast to share how she transformed a classroom idea into a publicly traded company that redefined the way people shop for fashion. From launching the world’s first “living closet” to becoming the first woman to IPO a company with an all-female executive team, Jennifer reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her entrepreneurial journey.

In this conversation, she discusses what it takes to lead through different stages of growth, how to scale a mission-driven business, and why sustainability remains at the core of Rent the Runway’s model. Jennifer also shares lessons from her early career and insights on building with conviction in a rapidly evolving retail landscape.

Julie Zhuo, co-founder of Sundial and former Vice President of Product Design at Facebook, joins the Dean's Speaker Series podcast to discuss her journey from being Facebook’s first intern to helping shape some of its most iconic features, including the News Feed and “like” button.

Now leading Sundial, Julie shares her perspective on entrepreneurship, building products in the age of AI, and how leaders can stay grounded in integrity amid rapid technological change. She also reflects on the lessons behind her bestselling book, The Making of a Manager, and what it takes to lead teams effectively in today’s evolving workplace.